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Victor Osimhen could be the answer to Arsenal's search for a world-class striker ahead of next season.
Super Eagles star Victor Osimhen remains available in the transfer market for Arsenal, as the Gunners’ quest to sign Benjamin Sesko continues to stall.
Sesko Blow for Arsenal
Mikel Arteta’s men are currently in the transfer market for a top centre forward, with Benjamin Sesko at the top of their wishlist. However, according to reports, the Gunners are facing difficulties in completing the deal.
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15:15 - 10.06.2025
Transfer News: Al-Hilal keen on Arsenal's No. 1 target after Osimhen rejection
The Premier League runners-up’s top target could join the Club World Cup participant that failed in bid to land Victor Osimhen.
Although Sesko, who scored 13 league goals for RB Leipzig in the just-concluded season, is keen on the deal, Arsenal are not prepared to pay the €100m price tag Leipzig placed on the Slovenian star.
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The Gunners have also not agreed personal terms with the 22-year-old, putting a potential deal in jeopardy.
With all parties not in agreement, reports claim Arsenal are now looking at other alternatives for Sesko.
Sporting Lisbon’s Victor Gyökeres is the number one alternative, as per Plettigoal, but Arsenal could also face difficulty in signing the Swedish striker, as the Portuguese side could request more than €70m transfer fee.
Osimhen alternative for Arsenal
This leaves the Gunners with Osimhen as a potential option. Despite numerous interests in his services, Osimhen is still available in the market and will not cost the Gunners a lot.
The Super Eagles star currently has a €75m release clause in his contract at Napoli, but the Neapolitans could be willing to sell at a lesser price if Arsenal make a compelling offer.
A move to Arsenal would also appeal to Osimhen, who has already turned down a mega offer from Saudi Arabian side Al-Hilal.
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The Super Eagles star, who spent the just-concluded season on loan at Galatasaray, is not interested in playing in Saudi Arabia for now, as he wants to continue his career that.
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22:38 - 12.06.2025
Al Hilal place focus on another African striker after Osimhen snub
After being rejected by Super Eagles star Victor Osimhen, Al Hilal are reportedly considering talks with another African striker
A move to Arsenal offers him that, although it remains to be seen if the Gunners will make a move for the Napoli man.
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